Los Angeles County Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC)
CIBHS serves as a specialized technical assistance partner within Los Angeles County’s SAPC system, strengthening Substance Use Disorder providers through targeted training, performance improvement, and equity-centered support to deliver high-quality, accessible care.
Project Start/End Dates:
Geographic Area(s) of Focus: Los Angeles County
Funder: Los Angeles County Department of Public Health
Project Overview
As a core partner within the Substance Abuse Prevention and Control (SAPC) division of the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, CIBHS serves as a specialized technical hub supporting the nation’s largest public health system. Our role is to translate county policy into effective, high-quality provider-level practice.
Needs
Los Angeles County’s extensive Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment network requires coordinated support to meet evolving performance expectations, maintain quality, and address persistent inequities in access to care. Providers benefit from integrated technical assistance that aligns clinical, operational, and administrative practices with county goals.
Approach
CIBHS is fully embedded within the Department’s infrastructure and works in close partnership with county leadership as a team of subject matter experts. We deliver comprehensive training and technical assistance that strengthens provider capacity, improves system performance, and supports continuous quality improvement across the SUD continuum of care.
Key Focus Areas
Performance Management & Quality Improvement
Supporting workflow optimization, data-informed decision-making, and alignment with county benchmarks.
Service Delivery Optimization
Advancing evidence-based practices and efficient business processes to elevate quality of care.
Equity and Access
Providing targeted support to improve service delivery for underserved and marginalized populations.
